2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 304 kg more than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Freestar | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 276 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2820 mm |